Cheesy Baked Ham and Cheese Sandwiches

Cheesy Baked Ham and Cheese Sandwiches

Ingredients:

• Sliced bread (8 slices)
• Ham (4 slices, thinly sliced)
• Cheese (8 slices, such as Swiss, cheddar, or mozzarella)
• Grated cheese (1 cup, for topping)
• Butter (4 tablespoons, softened)
• Eggs (2)
• Milk (1/2 cup)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional garnish: Chopped parsley or herbs

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Assemble the Sandwiches:
   • Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
   • Place a slice of ham and a slice of cheese between two slices of bread (buttered sides facing out). Repeat for all sandwiches.
3. Prepare the Topping Mixture:
   • In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until combined.
4. Add Toppings:
   • Place the sandwiches on the prepared baking tray.
   • Brush the egg mixture on top of each sandwich.
   • Sprinkle grated cheese generously over the tops of the sandwiches.
5. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
6. Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
   • Garnish with parsley or herbs if desired and serve warm.

Enjoy these delicious cheesy baked sandwiches! If you’d like to adapt the recipe further, let me know.